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Foreign Ministry hosts iftar ceremony for Muslim countries’ envoys

6 July 2015 09:56 (UTC+04:00)
Foreign Ministry hosts iftar ceremony for Muslim countries’ envoys

Azerbaijan`s Foreign Ministry has hosted an iftar ceremony for the ambassadors of Muslim countries.

Addressing the ceremony, deputy minister Khalaf Khalafov said Azerbaijan, being an integral part of the Islamic world, paid importance to the development of all-round relations with Muslim countries.

He stressed the political, economic and cultural cooperation was deepening between the countries day by day in bilateral and multilateral format.

Khalafov also hailed the development of relations between Azerbaijan and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.

Touching upon the Armenian-Azerbaijani Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, Khalafov noted that the Muslim countries have supported Azerbaijan`s positions in the settlement of the conflict.

He underlined the Organization of Islamic Cooperation has adopted resolutions reflecting the reality, justice, international law over the conflict and Azerbaijan`s position, and expressed gratitude to member countries for the support.

Khalafov further wished the ambassadors success in their activity, welfare, happiness and prosperity to their people and government.

Moroccan ambassador to Azerbaijan Hassan Hami made a speech on behalf of the envoys of Muslim countries, and expressed gratitude for the ceremony.

The Holy Ramadan month commenced on June 18.

Muslims are called upon to use this month to re-evaluate their lives in light of Islamic principles. They are to strengthen ties with family and friends, do away with bad habits -- essentially to purify their lives, thoughts, and emotions.

Fasting is one of the Five Pillars of the Islamic religion and one of its main practices. The resulting hunger is seen as a means of developing sympathy for the less fortunate, while learning to be humble and appreciate all of God's bounties.

Muslims worldwide fast during the daylight hours during Ramadan. For 30 days, they do not eat, drink, smoke or engage in sexual intercourse during fasting hours, testing their patience and ability to overcome temptations.

Ramadan, also known as the “Sultan of Eleven Months,” brings worshippers closer together around one table, and teaches them love for God, love for life as presented by God to each being, and to share both material and moral wealth.

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